Oprah, Miracles, and the New Earth: A CritiqueErwin W. LutzerRetail Price: $6.99 CBD Price: $6.29
( Usually ships in 24-48 hours. )When one of the world's most powerful celebrities taught a course on miracles with author Eckhart Tolle, millions tuned in---including believers. Lutzer exposes the mix of inspiration, encouragement, and heresy found in contemporary spirituality; traces its roots to the garden of Eden; and shows Christians how to discern between God's truth and Satan's lies. 112 pages, softcover from Moody.

A new resource of hard-to-find information! There are over 600 New Religious Movements (popularly called cults) in Great Britain, and more than 2,000 in the U.S. This anthology offers primary source material from the founders/leaders, their key writings and scriptures, as well as reports from critics and Christian leaders. 480 pages, softcover. Continuum.

Why are there so many religions? Do they basically teach the same thing? Are religious differences really important? Bruce and Stan address these questions and more as they take a close look at some of the world's major religions and belief systems. From Islam to Jehovah's Witnesses and from New Age Spirituality to Atheism, Darwinism, and Naturalism, this book features: key teachings of each religion; quick-glance belief charts; brief biographies of leaders; study questions for group or individual use; suggested reading for further study. Readers will also discover why spiritual searching is universal, how each religion compares to Christianity, the ten characteristics of cults, and what makes Christianity unique.

We must, as Christians, understand the uniqueness of the claims made by Christ about who He is and what He came to do. That is why Ridenour first published So What's the Difference? and why he has now revised it (2001). He wants to make sure that Christians understand the worldview they are living, and the differences between that worldview and those of the primary world religions or philosophies.

The Definitive Work on Cults

Radio's original Bible Answer Man Walter Martin's classic resource as updated by cult and occult specialist Ravi Zacharias. Using Martin's well-researched and easily accessible text, Zacharias brings the experience of in-depth study, some would say immersion, into this sometimes confusing field of study and includes many facts and figures covering occurrences in the 1990's (as Martin passed away in 1989).Kingdom of the Cults has always been a trusted resource in times where accurate information is imperative to someone's salvation from the strange world of cults and the occult.

Ranging in topics from the structure of cults to how cults are encountered on the mission field, many cults and movements are described in full, and intimate details of the inner workings can sometimes be indicative of where a cult may be leading. For anyone considering joining any of these groups or looking for more information for a friend or family member, this is an invaluable resource.

One of the best reference books available on the religions and cults present in our time, Handbook of Today's Religions combines, for the first time, four books by Josh McDowell and Don Stewart on religions, cults, and the occult into one easy-to-use volume. The four books, which each became a section of the compilation, are: Non-Christian Religions; The Occult; Secular Religions; The Cults. Powerful individually, together the books are a powerhouse of vital information for Christians on those worldviews which challenge and attack Christianity.

Were most cults and new religions simply passing fads of the late-twentieth century, or are some of them still growing today? What new sects have emerged, and what dangers do they present? How should Christians respond? Bible teacher and apologetics expert Ron Rhodes has cataloged 40 groups in this concise and easy-to-use handbook. Readers will appreciate Ron's thorough research and his reader-friendly style. His brief examination of each group includes: an short history of the sect or new religion; an explanation of the group's major doctrines; the Christian apologetic response. This informative guide includes a list of "Apologetic Power Points," which provides readers with a fast-paced summary of the foundational truths of biblical Christianity.

This book is, without doubt, one of the easiest-to-use cult and sect reference books available. Its chart format clearly lays out the history and doctrines of major cults, sects and religious movements, along with their membership, worship practices, leaders and publications. Additionally, it compares all major doctrines to orthodox Christianity, all in an accessible, accurate and relevant fashion.

Christianity, Cults & Religions, Laminated Wall ChartRetail Price: $14.99 CBD Price: $9.99
( In Stock ) Best-seller Christianity, Cults & Religions wall chart compares the beliefs of 18 world religions and cults at a glance! Know what each group believes about God, Jesus, Salvation, and more. Researched by some of the top scholars in the field, the chart features more groups than any other side-by-side chart and contains the most up-to-date information. Includes information regarding:

How do cults use Scripture to ensnare millions? Discover the ways that Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, the New Age movement, and others misinterpret the Bible to support their own doctrines. Comprehensive, accessible, and intelligent, this reliable resource will equip you to understand aberrant faith systems, reason with their adherents, and point them toward Jesus Christ! Formerly titled When Cultists Ask. 368 pages, softcover from Baker.

Doctrine Twisting: How the Cults Distort Major Christian BeliefsH. Wayne House, Gordon CarleRetail Price: $18.00 CBD Price: $16.20
( Usually ships in 24-48 hours. ) Almost daily Christians are bombarded by strange new teachings about Jesus. The world-wide proliferation of new religious movements has created doctrinal confusion in the church. With the firm conviction that God has sufficiently and finally revealed himself in Christ and through the Bible, H. Wayne House and Gordon Carle explore in detail the doctrines of the Trinity, revelation, sin, Christ's divinity, the atonement, faith and works, the second coming, and the afterlife. In each chapter, they outline the biblical basis for the historic orthodox position and then analyze and refute deviations from these truths.

World-renowned cult expert Ron Carlson and Ed Decker combine their extensive knowledge to give readers quick, clear facts on the major cults and false teachings of today. Short, informative chapters contrast the cults' theologies with the truth found in God's Word. This book is an easy-to-use resource that provides powerful insights for sharing the biblical gospel with people ensnared by false religions and philosophies.

Why are there so many religions? Do they basically teach the same thing? Are religious differences really important? Bruce and Stan address these questions and more as they take a close look at some of the world's major religions and belief systems. From Islam to Jehovah's Witnesses and from New Age Spirituality to Atheism, Darwinism, and Naturalism, this book features: key teachings of each religion; quick-glance belief charts; brief biographies of leaders; study questions for group or individual use; suggested reading for further study. Readers will also discover why spiritual searching is universal, how each religion compares to Christianity, the ten characteristics of cults, and what makes Christianity unique.

In Unmasking the Cults, Dr. Gomes defines the characteristics of a "cult of Christianity" and why such a group subverts the search for spiritual truth. He explains the emotional and spiritual appeal of cults, who is susceptible, and the techniques cult leaders use to attract members. This book, in dealing with a wide range of issues relating to cults and religious movements in general, complements the other books in the series, all of which focus on specific religious groups. Alan W. Gomes serves as general editor to the entire series of Zondervan Guide to the Cults. He is the associate professor of historical theology at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University.